Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans.
Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean with a few crumbs attached.
Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before running a knife around the edges and turning them out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
For the Chocolate Fudge Frosting :
As the cakes bake, begin the frosting by beating the butter until smooth.
Mix in the powdered sugar, corn syrup, vanilla, and salt.
Dissolve the cocoa powder in the warm water and add to the frosting, mixing until combined.
Stir in the melted chocolate until the frosting is smooth and glossy.
If needed, refrigerate the frosting for about 45 minutes to thicken.
Once chilled, stir the frosting until it’s ready to spread.
Assembling the Cake :
Ensure the cake layers are cool and level the tops if necessary.
Start with one layer on a cake turntable, spreading frosting on top, then stacking the next layer and repeating the frosting.
After stacking, chill the cake for 20 minutes to set the layers before covering the entire cake with frosting.
Once frosted, let the cake set in the refrigerator before serving.
Slice and enjoy 🎉🎉
